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Piano lessons in Lake View, Chicago

Piano lessons in Lake View, Chicago for beginners, adults, and kids

Piano for Beginners

Piano for Beginners

Learn popular beginner songs step-by-step

Digital Piano

Digital Piano

Learn chords and scales with visual aids

Grand Piano

Grand Piano

Build stage-ready confidence on a grand piano

Piano for Kids

Piano for Kids

Keep kids excited about learning music every day

Piano for Adults

Piano for Adults

Focus on enjoyment, not perfection

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Recently conducted piano lessons near Lake View

Lessons in Lake View East, West Lakeview, Belmont Harbor

Hailey taught Mary 3 months ago

Hailey Goodwin tutored Ambrose Puttmann in a piano lesson that included working through pieces from Ambrose's piano book, such as "Ice Skaters," "Rise and Shine," and "Trumpet Concerto," as well as popular songs like "Piano Man" and "Golden Hour." They focused on rhythm, hand coordination, and note accuracy, with Hailey providing specific feedback and techniques for improvement. They scheduled their next lesson for the following week.

Eighth Notes

Syncopated Rhythm

Hand Coordination

Note Reading

Chord Rolls

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Elizabeth taught Mya 4 months ago

Elizabeth Kahn led Mya Allen in a piano lesson that covered scales, arpeggios, and focused on refining Mya's performance of the Minuet in G and Don Giovanni. They explored new pieces, including selections from a Disney Princess collection and "Für Elise." Mya will scan and send the sheet music from the Disney Princess collection and will also practice "Für Elise" for the next lesson.

Scales - A Major

Chunking Difficult Passages

Lifting off Slurs

Emphasis on First Beat

F Major Scale

Order of Sharps

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Ryan taught Paul 4 months ago

In a piano lesson on July 8, 2025, Ryan Krause guided Paul Gill through exercises on scales and arpeggios, introducing a new approach to chromatic scales and assigning Beethoven's "Für Elise" to improve memorization and musicality. Paul was tasked with practicing the first page of "Für Elise," focusing on musical depth and the three against four rhythm, as well as practicing the chromatic scale with specific fingering. Ryan will send Paul the sheet music and a link for payment.

Memorization Techniques

Rhythmic Complexity (Three Against Four)

Musicality and Depth

Chromatic Scales

Scale Practice with Accents

Parallel Keys

Effective Practice Techniques

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Hailey taught Mary 4 months ago

Hailey Goodwin guided Ambrose through piano practice, focusing on problem areas in "Golden Hour" and beginning instruction on "Piano Man." They covered chords, scales, and specific measures in both songs. Ambrose's homework is to print out the sheet music for "Piano Man."

Golden Hour Chorus

Chord Inversions

Piano Man Intro Chords

C Major Scale

Grace Notes

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Elizabeth taught Jelks 4 months ago

Elizabeth Kahn gave Jelks Cabaniss a piano lesson, which included practicing scales, Hanon exercises, and various pieces ranging from classical to blues. They worked on technique, rhythm, dynamics, and finger placement, with Elizabeth providing real-time feedback and instruction. They scheduled the next lesson for Monday at 1:00 PM.

Scales

B Major Scale

Blues Structure

Changing Fingers on Same Note

Dotted Rhythms

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Yi taught Derrick 4 months ago

Thee Rock Doll guided Derrick through piano exercises and songs, focusing on hand positions, chord transitions (C, G7, F), and new time signatures. Derrick practiced exercises in C and G positions and began learning an anime song. Thee Rock Doll will send missing sheet music pages and analyze the anime song further before their next lesson on Thursday.

Preparatory Exercises

Harmonic Intervals

Chord Progressions (C-G7-C-F)

Time Signatures (3/4 vs 4/4)

F Major Chord

G Position

C Position

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Frequently asked questions

What are the biggest challenges beginners face when learning piano in Lake View?

Many beginners struggle with hand coordination, reading sheet music, and maintaining consistent rhythm. In Lake View, you can practice these skills with community recitals at places like the Old Town School of Folk Music or local open-mic nights. Wiingy tutors help you break down these skills step-by-step so you build confidence early.

What’s the best way to stay motivated while learning piano?

Set small, achievable goals like mastering a simple piece each week and perform for friends or family. In Lake View, joining local music meetups or performing at Cultural Center events can keep you inspired. A Wiingy tutor can keep your practice plan fresh with songs you actually enjoy playing.

How can I start piano lessons as a complete beginner?

You’ll begin by learning posture, basic scales, and simple songs. In Lake View, studios like Flatts & Sharpe Music Co. offer rental instruments so you can start without a big purchase. Wiingy tutors provide patient, structured guidance so you progress quickly.

Can piano skills help me find work in Chicago’s theater community?

Definitely. Chicago has one of the most active theater scenes in the U.S., from Broadway in Chicago productions to neighborhood venues in Lake View like the Belmont Theater District. These theaters frequently hire rehearsal pianists to work with casts, music directors to lead live performances, and accompanists for auditions. Strong sight-reading skills, the ability to play multiple styles musical theater, jazz, pop, and adaptability to quick changes are highly valued. Wiingy tutors can prepare you for these roles by teaching you to read scores accurately, adjust to different vocalists, and interpret the stylistic nuances required in stage productions giving you the technical confidence and professional polish to step into paid theater work.

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